Join our client as a meticulous and dedicated Finance Officer.
In this role you will be responsible for managing and maintaining accurate financial records ensuring compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
You will oversee essential accounting functions including general ledger management financial reporting and cash flow monitoring to support the companys financial health.
Key Responsibilities:
- General Ledger Management: Maintain and update the general ledger ensuring accurate and timely entry of financial data.
- Journal Entries: Prepare and post journal entries including accruals prepayments and adjustments.
- Accounts Payable/Receivable: Process and manage accounts payable and receivable ensuring timely payments and collections.
- Vendor Reconciliation: Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies promptly.
- Financial Statements: Assist in the preparation of monthly quarterly and annual financial statements.
- Management Reporting: Support the preparation of management reports and variance analysis to provide actionable insights.
- Fixed Asset Management: Maintain and update the fixed asset register ensuring accurate recording of acquisitions disposals and depreciation. Conduct periodic physical audits of fixed assets.
- Bank Reconciliation: Perform monthly bank reconciliations investigating and resolving discrepancies.
- Tax Compliance: Assist with the preparation and submission of tax returns and statutory filings ensuring compliance with relevant tax laws.
- Audit Support: Provide necessary documentation and explanations for internal and external audits.
- Internal Controls: Implement and monitor internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Cash Flow Management: Monitor and manage cash flow preparing cash flow forecasts to support financial planning.
- Process Improvement: Identify areas for improvement and implement solutions to increase efficiency.
- Issue Resolution: Troubleshoot accounting issues and provide recommendations for resolution.
- CrossDepartment Collaboration: Work closely with internal departments and external stakeholders to resolve financial discrepancies and address outstanding items.
- Communication: Maintain professional communication with vendors customers and internal teams.
Requirements:
- Educational Background: Minimum Diploma in Accountancy or equivalent; ACCA or other professional qualifications are an added advantage.
- Experience: At least 2 years of relevant experience preferably in the airfreight and logistics industry. Candidates with more experience may be considered for an Executive role.
- Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in financial accounting and reporting as well as Microsoft Office applications particularly Word and Excel.
- Personal Attributes: Attention to detail selfmotivated and able to work independently or lead a team when needed.
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